In a positive update this morning, Fabrizio Romano has shed light on Chelsea’s pursuit of a new manager. The media has heavily linked Mauricio Pochettino, aged 51, as the leading candidate to assume the role of permanent head coach at Stamford Bridge for the upcoming season.
Reputable journalist Romano has recently revealed that Chelsea is now in the “final stages” of securing Pochettino as their new manager. Following positive discussions with him within the last 24 hours.
According to Romano, the process of appointing Mauricio Pochettino as the next manager of Chelsea is progressing.
Firstly, In a recent tweet, Romano stated that talks between Chelsea and Pochettino are moving forward to the final stages. With positive contacts occurring in the last 24 hours. However, the involved parties have not yet signed or completed an official agreement. But the discussions are advancing, and they are now awaiting the next steps.
Chelsea fans can anticipate an official statement from the club in the near future. Hopefully confirming Pochettino’s arrival as the manager for the upcoming summer. Interestingly, this will mark the third permanent manager at the club since the new ownership took charge.
How is the situation Looking like according to Fabrizio Romano ?
The prevailing belief, widely known and discussed, is that the Argentine coach will be occupying the manager’s dugout at Chelsea. However, it is important to note that until all the involved parties have signed the necessary contracts.
We cannot consider anything as fully completed.
This week, journalist Simon Phillips revealed on his Substack that Pochettino has engaged in discussions with Chelsea’s caretaker manager, Frank Lampard, to deliberate on the squad. The development has piqued our curiosity. And we eagerly anticipate observing the evolution of the team at Stamford Bridge throughout the summer.
Moreover, with only four games remaining in his tenure as the interim boss, starting with Nottingham Forest this weekend. Lampard will soon be relinquishing the reins to the next permanent head coach.
It is crucial for Pochettino to be present on the first day of pre-season. As there is a significant amount of work to be done with this underperforming group of players. Undoubtedly, numerous ideas and plans likely fill his mind. Eagerly anticipating the opportunity to put them into action.
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